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With over 30 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist, I have been afforded many great opportunities to develop a broad range of skills to serve individuals with disabilities in our community and primarily in our public schools. A significant component of my work is centered around the use of technology as a tool to remove barriers to afford individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to excel toward their life goals. A partner to the use of technology is the concept of universal design and the framework of universal design for learning. It is when we create environments that effectively support individuals with disabilities, we create environments that benefit all.

My husband of 35 years and I moved to the Tomball area 30 years ago and raised two children with the support of this wonderful community. We now have four grandchildren who provide us with much joy. In my work I always try to portray a heart of service. A motto that I learned many years ago that has stuck with me throughout my years of public service is ...

Assume good will - Ask clarifying question - Focus on the child

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Fellow of the American Occupational Therapy Association

Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Psychology

Fifteen years of experience as a special education leader in the seventh largest school district in the United States.

Ten years of teaching experience at the university level in a teacher preparation program

Experienced program evaluator and change facilitator in complex and diverse environments.

Experienced project manager for a multi-million-dollar technology based project designed to meet the needs of children with disabilities through a universally designed system.